Area General Manager

Role Overview

Sodexo Senior Living is seeking a highly motivated and operationally strong Area General Manager to support a system of four accounts located in New Jersey. In this strategic, multi-site leadership role, you will drive operational excellence, and ensure consistency in food operations. Reporting to the District Manager, you will lead standardization, compliance, performance optimization, and system implementation and compliance across the United Methodist Home communities while strengthening relationships with the client and operations team.

This position requires superior leadership, excellent communication skills, as well as a strong business and financial acumen. Culinary innovation, knowledge of safety and food management systems, along with prior experience in senior living communities, are critical to the success of this position.

What You'll Do

• work in partnership with client vision and expectations while delivering high quality food service;
• achieve company and client financial targets and goals;
• motivate, coach, mentor and develop managers;
• develop and maintain client and customer relationships;
• be responsible for approximately $5M in annual managed volume (fee accounts);
• develop strategic plans; and
• ensure Sodexo standards are met to include compliance with company food and physical safety programs.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• a proven track record of successful leadership of multiple accounts while also working with C-Suite level;
• have five or more years food service management experience at the GM/director level;
• a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement leadership skills; 
• have knowledge of special diets (a CDM is a plus), food retail background along with a strong background in safety and sanitation compliance; 
• can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service; 
• prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed; and/or
• demonstrate working knowledge of Sodexo Food Management Systems and is proficient in computer skills and report management experience. 

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience – 5 yearsMinimum Functional Experience – 5 years